The proposed bill, HB25-1051, seeks to eliminate the mandatory 10-cent fee that retail establishments in Colorado are required to charge for providing recycled paper carryout bags. Currently, while plastic carryout bags are prohibited, retailers may offer recycled paper bags for a fee of at least 10 cents per bag. This bill aims to remove that fee requirement, allowing retailers to provide recycled paper bags without charging customers.
Summary
Under current law, retail establishments are prohibited from
providing plastic carryout bags at the point of sale, but may provide recycled paper carryout bags for a fee of at least 10 cents per bag. The bill repeals the requirement that retail establishments charge a fee for providing recycled paper carryout bags.
